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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LS53 HSKMOT history

LS53 HSK is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 15 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 145,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2025.

LS53 HSK silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2026
Mileage
145,528 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 HSK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 HSK was last recorded at 145,528 miles on 24 Jan 2025, 6,985 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,543 miles · 29 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
6,985 miles
Average per year
6,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,528 miles
  • 2024 – 138,543 miles
  • 2022 – 127,055 miles
  • 2021 – 122,604 miles
  • 2020 – 119,631 miles
  • 2019 – 114,616 miles
  • 2018 – 108,652 miles
  • 2017 – 103,604 miles
  • 2016 – 98,780 miles
  • 2015 – 94,384 miles
  • 2014 – 82,668 miles
  • 2013 – 72,491 miles
  • 2012 – 63,135 miles
  • 2011 – 55,457 miles
  • 2010 – 50,384 miles
  • 2009 – 44,370 miles
  • 2008 – 40,563 miles
  • 2007 – 28,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,528 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,528 miles (+6,985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    145,528 miles
    Test number
    107580879676
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass138,543 miles (+11,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    138,543 miles
    Test number
    572120525454
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass127,055 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    127,055 miles
    Test number
    716071521394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  4. Fail127,055 miles (+4,451)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,055 miles
    Test number
    490111501035
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  5. Pass122,604 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    122,604 miles
    Test number
    462392184667
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail122,604 miles (+2,973)5 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,604 miles
    Test number
    927353237397
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass119,631 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    119,631 miles
    Test number
    162321087589
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail119,631 miles (+5,015)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,631 miles
    Test number
    218997725420
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass114,616 miles (+5,964)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    114,616 miles
    Test number
    666419882879
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass108,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    108,652 miles
    Test number
    939903131862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail108,652 miles (+5,048)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,652 miles
    Test number
    646700526987
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass103,604 miles (+4,824)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    103,604 miles
    Test number
    261007355319
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass98,780 miles (+4,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,780 miles
    Test number
    143570492261
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass94,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    94,384 miles
    Test number
    309590545046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail94,382 miles (+11,714)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,382 miles
    Test number
    929240745026
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

  16. Pass82,668 miles (+10,177)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    82,668 miles
    Test number
    785667534032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    72,491 miles
    Test number
    897860033019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail72,491 miles (+283)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,491 miles
    Test number
    198189223474
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail72,208 miles (+9,073)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,208 miles
    Test number
    138761523093
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass63,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    63,135 miles
    Test number
    766535432027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail63,134 miles (+7,677)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,134 miles
    Test number
    377245932004
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  22. Fail55,457 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,457 miles
    Test number
    216714621053
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass55,457 miles (+5,073)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    55,457 miles
    Test number
    878694821072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,384 miles (+6,014)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    50,384 miles
    Test number
    134035520416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,370 miles (+3,807)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,370 miles
    Test number
    754677129039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,563 miles (+11,954)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    40,563 miles
    Test number
    760918718069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,609 miles
    Test number
    163725617453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 HSK

Does LS53 HSK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 HSK expired on 28 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 HSK?
The MOT on LS53 HSK expired on 28 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 HSK done?
LS53 HSK was recorded at 145,528 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2025, an average of 6,486 miles a year.
Has LS53 HSK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 HSK has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 HSK ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LS53 HSK find?
LS53 HSK passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2025 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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